Olympus Tough TG-610 manual

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    Instruction Manual DIGIT AL CAMERA ● Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. ● We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to you[...]

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    2 EN Step 1 Checking the contents of the box Step 2 Preparing the Camera “Preparing the Camera” (p. 13) Step 3 Shooting and Playing Back Images “Shooting, Playback, and Erasing” (p. 19) Step 4 How to Use the Camera “Camera Settings” (p. 3) Step 5 Printing “Direct printing (PictBridge)” (p. 56) “Print Reservations (DPOF)” (p. 58)[...]

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    3 EN Camera Settings Using the Direct Buttons Using the Direct Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the direct buttons. TG-610 TG-310 TG-310 TG-610 Shutter button (p. 20, 60) Zoom buttons (p. 21, 24) Movie record button (p. 20) q button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 20, 22, 49) m button (p. 6) E button (camera gui[...]

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    4 EN Operation guide The symbols FGHI displayed for image selections and settings indicate that the arrow pad shown on the right is to be used. N OR M OK Single Print Print 4/30 4/30 More ’11/02/26 ’11/02/26 00: 00 00:00 N ORM 14 M FILE 100 0004 100 0004 02 26 00 00 : . . 2011 MENU OK Set Cancel X Y M D Time Y/M/D Y/M/D Operation guides display[...]

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    5 EN Using the Menu Using the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the s mode (p. 28). Function menu Function menu Press H during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting mode and provides a[...]

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    6 EN 1 Press the m button. The setup menu is displayed. Compression Normal Shadow Adjust Auto AF Mode ESP/ Face/iESP ESP Digital Zoom Off Image Size 14M MENU OK Set Exit 1 2 3 1 2 Reset Reset 2 Press H to select the page tabs. Use FG to select the desired page tab and press I . OK Set 1 2 2 3 Compression Normal Shadow Adjust Auto AF Mode ESP/ Face/[...]

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    7 EN Menu Index Menus for Shooting Functions 1 Shooting mode P (Program Auto) .............p. 19 M (iAUTO) ...................p. 28 s (Scene Mode) .........p. 28 P (Magic Filter) ..........p. 29 p (Panorama)..................p. 30 W (3D Photo) ..................p. 32 2 Flash .................................p. 34 3 Macro ...........................[...]

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    8 EN USB Connection Pw On Setup Storage q Power On Keep z Settings Yes Yes MENU OK Backup Set Exit Memory Format Eye-Fi Off Off 1 2 2 3 1 MENU OK Set Exit Slideshow Erase Edit Photo Surfing Print Order y R 1 2 3 1 2 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions 1 r (Settings 1) Memory Format/ Format ........................ p. 48 Backup .....[...]

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    9 EN Names of P ar ts Names of Par ts Camera unit 1 2 3 7 4 5 6 10 8 9 12 7 11 10 8 9 11 TG-610 1 Battery/card/connector cover lock....................p. 13 2 Strap eyelet ..................p. 10 3 HDMI micro connector ....................................p. 52 4 Battery lock knob ..........p. 13 5 Multi-connector ..................p. 14, 16, 52, 56[...]

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    10 EN 4 1 5 6 11 12 10 9 2 3 8 7 6 11 2 1 8 7 3 9 12 5 TG-610 1 Indicator lamp .........p. 13, 16 2 n button ........p. 17, 19 3 Monitor ....... p. 1 1, 19, 51, 60 4 Speaker 5 m button ..............p. 4, 6 6 Shutter button .........p. 20, 60 7 Zoom buttons .........p. 21, 24 8 Movie record button ......p. 20 9 q button (switching between shooting [...]

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    11 EN Monitor Shooting mode display Shooting mode display 1/100 F3.5 F3.5 1/100 P P 14 M 4 4 N ORM P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 00:34 00:34 DATE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 14 13 12 10 11 19 26 27 20 23 21 22 24 25 1 Battery check ..........p. 17, 61 2 Shooting mode .......p. 19, 28 3 Flash .............................p. 34 Flas[...]

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    12 EN Playback mode display Playback mode display Standard display ● 1 Battery check ..........p. 17, 61 2 3D image ......................p. 26 3 Print reservation/number of prints ..................p. 58/p. 57 4 Protect ..........................p. 47 5 Adding sound .........p. 43, 45 6 Current memory ...........p. 67 7 Frame number/total number[...]

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    13 EN Preparing the Camer a Preparing the Camer a Inser ting the batter y 1 2 TG-310: Insert the battery by putting in the ▼ marked side fi rst, with the C marks toward the battery lock knob. TG-610: Insert the battery with the B marks toward the battery lock knob as shown above. Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat [...]

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    14 EN We recommend that you use a computer equipped with Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later), Windows Vista, or Windows 7. See “Charging the battery with the included USB-AC adapter” (p. 16) if you are using a different computer or wish to charge the battery without using a computer . Windows Windows 1 Insert the supplied CD in a CD-ROM drive.[...]

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    15 EN 4 Install OL YMPUS Viewer 2 and ib computer software. Check the system requirements before beginning installation. Click the “OL YMPUS Viewer 2” or “OL YMPUS ib” button and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. OL YMPUS Viewer 2 Operating System Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista / Windows 7 Proc[...]

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    16 EN OL YMPUS Viewer 2 Operating System Mac OS X v10.4.1 1–v10.6 Processor Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or better RAM 1 GB or more (2 GB or more recommended) Free Hard Drive Space 1 GB or more Monitor Settings 1024 × 768 pixels or more Minimum 32,000 colors (16,770,000 colors recommended) * Other languages can be selected from the language combo[...]

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    17 EN If the indicator lamp does not light, the USB-AC adapter is not connected to the camera correctly , or the battery , camera, or USB-AC adapter may be broken. For details on the battery and the USB-AC adapter, see “Battery and USB-AC adapter” (p. 65). The battery can be charged while the camera is connected to the computer . Charging time [...]

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    18 EN 5 Use HI to select the [ x ] time zone and then press the A button. Use FG to turn daylight saving time ([Summer]) on or off. Summer OK Set Seoul Tokyo Seoul Tokyo ’11.02.26 00:00 The menus can be used to change the selected time zone. [World T ime] (p. 54) 6 Use FGHI to select your language and press the A button. The menus can be used to [...]

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    19 EN Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting, Playback, and Erasing Current shooting mode display 14 M 4 4 P P 3D 3D 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO MENU MENU Program Auto Program Auto N ORM Press the n button again to turn off the camera. 2 Hold the camera and compose the shot. Horizontal grip V ertical grip Monitor When holding the ca[...]

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    20 EN Shooting mo vies 1 Press the movie record button to start recording. 00:12 00:34 00:12 00:12 REC REC 00:34 00:34 Lights up red when recording Recording time Continuous recording length (p. 69) Effects for the selected shooting mode can be used when shooting movies (when set to p mode, W mode, [Beauty] in s mode, or [Fish Eye] or [Sparkle] in [...]

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    21 EN Using the zoom Pressing the zoom buttons adjusts the shooting range. Pressing the wide (W) button Pressing the telephoto (T) button 14 M 4 44 4 P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 14 M P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 00:34 00:34 00:34 00:34 Zoom bar Model No. Optical zoom Digital zoom TG-310 3.6× 4× TG-610 5× 4× T [...]

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    22 EN Viewing images 1 Press the q button. Number of frames/ T otal number of images ’11/02/26 ’11 /0 2/ 26 00:00 00:00 4/30 4/30 Playback image 2 Use HI to select an image. Displays previous image Displays next image Hold I to fast forward and hold H to reverse. The display size of the images can be changed. “Index view and close-up view” [...]

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    23 EN T o play sound recordings T o play sound recordings T o play sound recorded with an image, select the image and press the A button. A ! icon appears on images with which sound has been recorded. During audio playback T o adjust the volume, use FG . T o play back movies T o play back movies Select a movie, and press the A button. ’11/02/26 ?[...]

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    24 EN 1 Press the zoom buttons. ’11/02/26 ’11/02/26 00:00 00:00 4/30 4/30 ’11/02/26 ’11 /02 /26 00:00 00:00 WT W T 4/30 4/30 ’11/02/26 ’11/02/26 4 2 WT 24 4 4 2 2 W ALL ALL 35ºN 139ºE 35ºN 139ºE 2011/ 02/26 2011/ 02/26 Index view Single-image view Close-up view Photo Sur fi ng When the movie is selected in the index view, the photo[...]

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    25 EN T o select an image in index view T o select an image in index view Use FGHI to select an image, and press the A button to display the selected image in single-image view . T o scroll an image in close-up view T o scroll an image in close-up view Use FGHI to move the viewing area. T o stop photo sur fi ng T o stop photo sur fi ng Use FG to [...]

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    26 EN Playback direction: Press the A button to pause playback. Then press FGHI to scroll the image in the direction of the pressed button. Pause: Press the A button. Restart scrolling: Press the A button. Stop playback: Press the m button. Playing back W images 3D images shot with this camera can be played back on 3D-compatible devices connected t[...]

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    27 EN Submenu 2 Application Search by purpose Functions or operating methods can be searched. Search for a solution A solution can be searched when having problems during operation. Search by situation Search from shooting/playback scene. Learn about the camera Information is shown about recommended functions and basic operating methods for the cam[...]

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    28 EN T o change the shooting mode T o change the shooting mode The shooting mode ( P , M , s , P , p , W ) can be changed using the function menu. “Using the Menu” (p. 5) The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Shooting with automatic settings ( M mode) The camera will automatically select the optimal shooting mode for the sc[...]

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    29 EN In s modes, the optimum shooting settings are pre-programmed for speci fi c shooting scenes. For this reason, settings may not be changed in some modes. Option Application B Portrait/ V Beauty/ F Landscape/ G Night Scene *1 / M Night+Portrait/ C Sport/ N Indoor/ W Candle/ R Self Portrait/ S Sunset *1 / X Fireworks *1 / V Cuisine/ d Documents[...]

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    30 EN 2 Press G to go to the submenu. Watercolor 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB MENU MENU 14 M 4 4 N ORM 3 Use HI to select the desired effect and then press the A button to set. 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB 14 M 4 4 00:34 00:34 Icon indicating P mode that is set Shooting mode Option Magic Filter [ Pop Art Pin Hole ] Fish Eye @ Drawing *1 ; Soft Focus : Punk[...]

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    31 EN When set to [Auto] or [Manual], [Image Size] (p. 40) is fi xed to [ 2 ]. The focus, exposure, zoom position (p. 21), and white balance (p. 37) are locked at the fi rst frame. The fl ash (p. 34) is fi xed to $ (Flash Off) mode. T aking pictures with [Auto] T aking pictures with [Auto] 1 Press the shutter button to take the fi rst frame. 2[...]

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    32 EN 4 Press the shutter button to take the next shot. T o combine only two pictures, press the A button before taking the third frame. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to take a third frame. After the third frame is taken, the camera automatically processes the frames and the combined panorama image is displayed. T o exit the panorama function without savi[...]

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    33 EN Depending on the subject or the situation (if the distance between the camera and subject is too short), the image may not look 3D. The 3D viewing angle varies depending on the subject, etc. T aking pictures with [Auto] T aking pictures with [Auto] 1 Press the shutter button to shoot the fi rst frame. 2 Overlap the subject with the image tha[...]

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    34 EN “Using the Menu” (p. 5) Using the fl ash The fl ash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. 1 Select the fl ash option in the shooting function menu. 14 M 4 4 P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO Flash Auto Flash Auto MENU MENU N ORM 2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set.[...]

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    35 EN Option Application Description Off Macro mode is deactivated. ― Macro This enables the camera to shoot subjects at close distances. When the zoom is at the widest (W) position, this function enables shooting as close as the following distances. TG-310 TG-610 10 cm (3.9 in.) 20 cm (7.9 in.) When the zoom is at the most telephoto (T) position[...]

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    36 EN Using the self-timer After the shutter button is pressed all the way down, the picture is taken after a short delay . 1 Select the self-timer option in the shooting function menu. 14 M 4 4 P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO 12 12 2 2 MENU MENU Y Off Y Off N ORM 2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to set. O[...]

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    37 EN Adjusting to a natural color scheme (W hite balance) For more natural coloring, choose a white balance option suited to the scene. 1 Select the white balance option in the shooting function menu. 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO P P WB Auto WB MENU MENU 14 M 4 4 N ORM 2 Use HI to select the setting option, and press the A button to s[...]

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    38 EN Sequential shooting (Drive) Pictures are taken sequentially while the shutter button is held down. 1 Select the drive option in the shooting function menu. 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO P P Sequential Sequential MENU MENU 14 M 4 4 N ORM Option Description o One frame is shot each time the shutter button is pressed. j *1 T ake sequ[...]

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    39 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Menus for Shooting Functions Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset] I (Shooting menu 1) X Reset Subme[...]

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    40 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression] Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression] I (Shooting menu 1) X Image Size/Compression Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Application Image Size 14M (4288×3216) Suitable for printing pictures ove[...]

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    41 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Brightening the subject against Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust] backlight [Shadow Adjust] I (Shooting menu 1) X Shadow Adjust Submenu 2 Application Auto Automatically On when a compatible shooting mode is selected. Off The effect is not applied. On Shoo[...]

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    42 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Shooting at higher magni fi cations than Shooting at higher magni fi cations than optical zoom [Digital Zoom] optical zoom [Digital Zoom] I (Shooting menu 1) X Digital Zoom Submenu 2 Application Off Disable digital zoom. On Enable digital zoom. [Digital Zoom] is not available [...]

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    43 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Submenu 2 Application Off Information about the vertical/ horizontal orientation of the camera during shooting is not recorded with images. Images shot with the camera in a vertical position are not rotated during playback. On Information about the vertical/ horizontal orientati[...]

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    44 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Menus for Playbac k, Editing, and Printing Functions Menus for Playbac k, Editing, and Printing Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Data must be created with the ib (PC software) before using some functions. Refer to the ib (PC software) help guid[...]

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    45 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Using the ib (PC software) and Using the ib (PC software) and importing data back to the camera importing data back to the camera Refer to the ib (PC software) help guide for details on how to use the ib (PC software). The ib (PC software) may not work properly on the pictures e[...]

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    46 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Retouching the skin and eyes Retouching the skin and eyes [Beauty Fix] [Beauty Fix] q (Playback menu) X Edit X Beauty Fix Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective. Submenu 3 Submenu 4 Application All ― [Clear Skin], [Sparkle Eye] and [Dramatic Eye] are applie[...]

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    47 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). When erasing pictures in the internal memory , do not insert the card into the camera. Before erasing pictures from a memory card, insert the card into the camera. Protected images cannot be erased. T o individually select and erase images T o individually select and erase image[...]

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    48 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Menus for Other Camera Settings Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in . Using an Eye-Fi card (commercially Using an Eye-Fi card (commercially available) [Eye-Fi] available) [Eye-Fi] r (Settings 1) X Eye-Fi Submenu 2 Application O[...]

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    49 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Selecting a method for connecting Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices the camera to other devices [USB Connection] [USB Connection] r (Settings 1) X USB Connection Submenu 2 Application Auto When the camera is connected to another device, the settings s[...]

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    50 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings] s (Settings 2) X Sound Settings Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Application Sound T ype 1/2/3 Selects the camera sounds (operation sounds, shutter sound, and warning sound).[...]

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    51 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). Adjusting the CCD and the image Adjusting the CCD and the image processing function [Pixel Mapping] processing function [Pixel Mapping] s (Settings 2) X Pixel Mapping This function has already been adjusted at factory shipping, and no adjustment is needed right after purchase. A[...]

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    52 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). T o play back camera images on a TV T o play back camera images on a TV Connection via A V cable 1 Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[P AL]). 2 Connect the TV and camera. Connect to the TV video input jack (yellow) and audio[...]

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    53 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). T ype D (CB-HD1) T ype C 3 Turn on the TV , and change “INPUT” to “VIDEO (an input jack connected to the camera).” For details on changing the input source of the TV , refer to the TV’s instruction manual. 4 Turn on the camera, and use HI to select the image for playba[...]

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    54 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). T o select the date display order T o select the date display order 1 Press I after setting Minute, and use FG to select the date display order . Date order 02 26 00 00 : . . 2011 MENU OK Set Cancel X Y M D Time Y/M/D Y/M/D 2 Press the A button to set. Choosing home and alternat[...]

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    55 EN For information on using the menus, see “Setup menu” (p. 6). 3 T ap the back of the camera body twice to con fi rm your selection. 14 M 4 4 P P 0.0 0.0 AUTO WB AUTO WB AUTO ISO AUTO ISO Flash Auto Flash Auto MENU MENU N ORM T ap the camera fi rmly using the pad of your fi nger. When the camera is stabilized on a tripod for example, tap[...]

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    56 EN Printing Printing Direct printing (PictBridge *1 ) By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer , you can print images directly without using a computer . To fi nd out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer’s instruction manual. *1 PictBridge is a standard for connecting digital cameras and printers of dif[...]

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    57 EN Changing the printer’s settings f or printing [Custom Print] 1 Follow Steps 1 and 2 for [Easy Print] (p. 56). 2 Press the A button. 3 Use FG to select the print mode, and press the A button. Submenu 2 Application Print This prints the image selected in Step 6. All Print This prints all images stored in the internal memory or card. Multi Pri[...]

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    58 EN T o crop an image [ T o crop an image [ P P ] ] 1 Use the zoom buttons to select the size of the cropping frame, use FGHI to move the frame, and then press the A button. OK Set Cropping frame 2 Use FG to select [OK], and press the A button. 8 If necessary, repeat Steps 6 and 7 to select the image to be printed, make the detailed settings, and[...]

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    59 EN Single-frame print r eser vations [ < ] 1 Display the setup menu. “Setup menu” (p. 6) 2 From the playback menu q , select [Print Order] and then press the A button. 3 Use FG to select [ < ], and press the A button. N OR M 4/30 4/30 ’11/02/26 ’11 /0 2/ 26 00:00 00:00 N ORM 14 M FILE 100 0004 100 0004 OK 0 0 Set 4 Use HI to select[...]

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    60 EN Usage Tips Usage Tips If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure of what to do, refer to the information below to fi x the problem(s). T roubleshooting Battery Battery “The camera does not work even when batteries are installed”. Insert recharged batteries in the correct[...]

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    61 EN Er ror messa ge When one of the messages below is displayed on the monitor , check the corrective action. Error message Corrective action Card Error Card problem Insert a new card. Write Protect Card problem The card write-protect switch is set to the “LOCK” side. Release the switch. Memory Full Internal memory problem Insert a card. Eras[...]

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    62 EN Shooting tips When you are unsure of how to take a picture that you envision, refer to the information below . Focusing “Focusing on the subject” T aking a picture of a subject not in the center of the screen After focusing on an object at the same distance as the subject, compose the shot, and take the picture. Pressing the shutter butto[...]

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    63 EN Select [ C Sport] in the scene mode (p. 29) The [ C Sport] mode uses a fast shutter speed and can reduce the blur incurred by a moving subject. T aking pictures at a high ISO sensitivity If a high ISO sensitivity is selected, pictures can be taken at a high shutter speed even at locations where a fl ash cannot be used. “Selecting the ISO s[...]

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    64 EN Batteries “Making batteries last longer” Avoid any of the following operations when not actually taking pictures because they deplete the battery power Repeatedly pressing the shutter button halfway . Repeatedly using the zoom. Set [Power Save] (p. 53) to [On] Playback/Editing tips Playback “Playing images in the internal memory and car[...]

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    65 EN Appendix Appendix Camera car e Exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty , soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well. If any dirt, dust, sand, or ot[...]

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    66 EN Do not connect the included USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) to equipment other than this camera. For plug-in type USB-AC adapter: The included USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or fl oor mount position. Charging the batter y by connecting the camera to a computer The battery can be charged by connecting the c[...]

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    67 EN Cards compatible with this camera Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards and Eye-Fi cards (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) Using a new card Using a new card Cards must be formatted with this camera before fi rst use or after being used with other cameras or computers. [Memory Format]/[Format] [...]

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    68 EN Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards internal memory and SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards The fi gures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. Th[...]

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    69 EN Movies Movies Image Size Image Quality Continuous recording length Internal memory SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card (4GB) With sound W ithout sound With sound Without sound L 1280×720 L 16 sec. 16 sec. 29 min. 29 min. M 24 sec. 24 sec. 29 min. 29 min. 8 640×480 L 24 sec. 24 sec. 87 min. 41 sec. 88 min. 46 sec. M 49 sec. 50 sec. 173 min. 18 sec. 177[...]

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    70 EN After Use: After Use: Be sure to wipe off any excess water or debris after using the camera under water . After the camera is used under seawater , immerse the camera in a bucket containing fresh water for about 10 minutes (with the battery/card/connector cover fi rmly closed). After that, dry the camera in the shade with good ventilation. W[...]

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    71 EN SAFETY PRECA UTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED OL YMPUS SERVICE PERSONNEL. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in[...]

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    72 EN Do not leave the camera in places where it may be subject to extremely high temperatures. Doing so may cause parts to deteriorate and, in some circumstances, cause the camera to catch fi re. Do not use the charger or USB-AC adapter if it is covered (such as a blanket). This could cause overheating, resulting in fi re. Handle the camera with[...]

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    73 EN Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. When the camera is mounted on or removed from a tripod, adjust the position of the camera using the tripod head. Do not twist the camera. When carrying the camera, remove all accessories other than genuine Olympus accessories, such as a tripod (sold separately). Do not touch [...]

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    74 EN Warning Warning Unauthorized photographing or use of copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. Olympus assumes no responsibility for unauthorized photographing, use or other acts that infringe upon the rights of copyright owners. Copyright Notice Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of these written materials or thi[...]

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    75 EN OL YMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY - IMAGING PRODUCTS Olympus warrants that the enclosed Olympus® imaging product(s) and related Olympus® accessories (individually a “Product” and collectively the “Products”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the da[...]

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    76 EN CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMIT ATION LOSS OF PROFITS OR LOSS OF USE), WHETHER OR NOT OL YMPUS SHALL BE OR SHOULD BE AW ARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE. Representations and warranties made by any person, including but not limited to dealers, representatives, salespersons, or agents[...]

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    77 EN Provisions of warranty 1 If this product proves to be defective, although it has been used properly (in accordance with the written Handling Care and Operating instructions supplied with it), during the applicable national warranty period and has been purchased from an authorized Olympus distributor within the business area of Olympus Europa [...]

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    78 EN Notes regarding Guarantee maintenance 1 This Guarantee will only be valid if the Guarantee Certi fi cate is duly completed by Olympus or an authorized dealer or other documents contain suf fi cient proof. Therefore, please make sure that your name, the name of the dealer , the serial number and the year , month and date of purchase are all [...]

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    79 EN 4 Where applicable, this Warranty is valid worldwide. The Olympus authorized service stations listed in this Warranty will gladly honor it. * Please refer to the appended list for the authorized international Olympus service network. Disclaimer of Warranty Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or conc[...]

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    80 EN SPECIFICA TIONS Camera Camera Product type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) Recording system Still pictures : Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)) Applicable standards : Exif 2.2, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), PRINT Image Matching III, PictBridge 3D still image : MP format So[...]

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    81 EN Dimensions : TG-310: 96.3 mm (W) × 63.4 mm (H) × 22.7 mm (D) (3.8 × 2.5 × 0.9 in.) (excluding protrusions) TG-610: 99.5 mm (W) × 64.5 mm (H) × 26.1 mm (D) (3.9 × 2.5 × 1.0 in.) (excluding protrusions) Weight : TG-310: 155 g (5.5 oz) (including battery and card) TG-610: 190 g (6.7 oz) (including battery and card) Lithium ion battery Li[...]

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